Life at the Top

When Jasper finally woke up, the first thing he smelled was the sharp scent of disinfectant. Then, he opened his eyes to see a white ceiling. He was about to ask where he was, only to feel his throat burn. It felt like it was about to tear and burn from how dry it was.

“Water…” He whispered softly. Wendy heard movement and immediately walked over.

She grabbed Jasper’s hand tightly, her eyes filled with worry.

“How are you feeling, Jasp? What do you need?”

“Water…”

Wendy quickly grabbed the warm water she had prepared beforehand.

Jasper felt much better after taking a sip, and he slowly regained consciousness. His chest clenched slightly when he saw Wendy’s worried expression and the reddened corners of her eyes.

“What happened? Did you cry?”

The emotions Wendy had tried hard to suppress immediately resurfaced when she heard Jasper’s question.

Tears started to well in her eyes which shocked Jasper.

“What’s wrong? Did I say something wrong?”

Wendy shook her head and wiped her tears. “You didn’t. It’s just that you scared all of us. You fainted in front of all of us after the financial war with Soros two days ago.”

“The little prince and Lord Alvarado were terrified when they brought you to the hospital. They were both frantic, they almost tripped and fell over while running.”

him what had happened. He remembered feeling unwell that day, but he did not say anything because

felt a smile tug at the corner of his lips when he thought about how, despite their status

all he saw was

eye-catching plants in the corner of the room. Those plants did not look like

that you wouldn’t like it when you woke up. So, he got

would have repainted the room

the hospital to visit you. You made a huge contribution to the country, so when you

too happy that you woke up and forgot to tell them you’re awake.

Then she left.

a dazed Wendy, Jasper smiled exasperatedly whilst

times when

the room with

malnutrition. But I’m telling you, I’m going to watch you eat from now on, okay? You better eat when

nodded as he

“Alright. Whatever you say…”

just caused her too much concern. She was thankful that it was no big deal this time, but she would not know what to do if

doctor also told you to rest. But seeing how they’re definitely going to come and visit you,

Jasper shook his head.

need. I just worked myself too hard this time. I’ll be fine once I

Master Law and some higher-ups had come to

at the scenery outside the window, his mood surprisingly

that there was still a long way to go, but he